Stay at Elephant & Castle Inn in Holmfirth, rated 4.3 with 673 reviews. Enjoy relaxed pub rooms, free breakfast, and easy access to Yorkshire Sculpture Park.
Guests appreciate the warm, friendly service and quality home-cooked food at this relaxed inn, with a comfortable atmosphere near key local attractions.
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Elephant & Castle Inn Holmfirth is a relaxed inn and pub situated in a charming stone building on Hollowgate, just a short 3-minute walk from the bus station. Its location next to the Ashley Jackson Gallery and close to local attractions like Dingley Reservoir makes it a convenient choice for visitors looking to explore the Holmfirth area. The property embraces a rustic, down-to-earth style with pared-down rooms reflective of its pub setting.
The inn offers a casual atmosphere with practical facilities, including a game room and a terrace, alongside a free breakfast that receives positive mentions in guest reviews. Many guests highlight the welcoming and friendly staff, comfortable and clean rooms, and the inviting beer garden as notable features. The pub is also recognized for its homemade, scratch-cooked food and a good selection of drinks, contributing to an enjoyable dining experience for visitors.
Elephant & Castle Inn Holmfirth is LGBTQ+ friendly, providing a welcoming environment for diverse guests. Those seeking nearby activities can easily access well-known destinations such as the Yorkshire Sculpture Park and the National Coal Mining Museum for England, both highly rated and within reasonable travel distance. The inn is also within driving distance of several airports, including Manchester and Leeds Bradford, facilitating ease of travel.
With an overall rating of 4.3 from over 670 reviews, the property is favored for its straightforward, comfortable accommodation complemented by a social pub environment. Guests looking for a relaxed stay with access to local culture and countryside will find this inn a practical and pleasant option in Holmfirth.
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Stayed here for my birthday on Saturday 17th January 2026 , the staff were lovely and the rooms were lovely too, comfortable and big and also clean. Definitely will go back
Lovely pub nestled in the heart of Holmfirth. Right next to the river. Has a nice sized beer garden. The pub itself has lots of seating the bar staff were really friendly and gave lots of information regarding drinks. We didn't have food but it smelled and looked delicious. The rooms are meant to be lush too.
20 people for Sunday Brunch was a big ask, but thanks to everyone serving and chef, we all had a lovely time. The food was really delicious and the service was faultless. I'll definitely visit again
Visited Holmfirth with family to show they the sights of Last of Summer Wine. We decided to have lunch in the E&C. Decor is nice, owner behind the bar nice and polite. There was a good pint of beer on tap. We had the lunch of pie of the day which was mince and onion, with homemade chips which was gorgeous. Also the lasagne with garlic bread was fantastic. All food was homemade and from scratch.
We were lured here by the reviews of Yorkshire puddings and we weren’t disappointed!!! We’d booked which I was glad about as it was a busy Sunday. The roast dinners were delish, a good variety of veg and no fat on the meat (we ordered turkey and lamb). The service was excellent, Charlotte was our waitress and she was polite, friendly and lovely with my brother who has additional needs. The puddings were good too. There was sport on in the pool room which was next to the area we were sat but it wasn’t distracting or too loud. All in all a really enjoyable meal out that was only slightly marred by a lady I’d not seen before (she hadn’t served us) calling us back as we were leaving to query whether we had paid the bill. That was a little embarrassing and a few customers by the bar seemed amused but our waitress confirmed we had and as everything else was on point I’ve not marked my rating down.
Had a lovely breakfast at this lovely pub this morning... was part of a large group of about 20 and they couldn't do enough for us. Despite the numbers all the food arrived at the same time. I ordered an oat milk cappuccino, and when they realised they didn't have any oat milk someone popped out to buy some for me which was lovely.... nice food, friendly staff and a warm welcome definitely worth a visit
Had a wonderful Sunday lunch. Staff were friendly and helpful even though it was busy. Will definitely eat here again
We had a drive out from Sheffield and found this lovely place for a Sunday Roast. Gorgeous food and chilled, cosy atmosphere. Staff were super friendly and excellent service would recommend and will visit again! Our waitress was a star ⭐ thank you
A 3-minute walk from the bus station, this rustic pub with rooms in a stone building is next to the Ashley Jackson Gallery and 3 miles from Dingley Reservoir.
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